Ex-CNS Gambo: Strength of Fighting Force Is Built on Fitness, Institutional Cohesion
Linus Aleke in Abuja
Former Chief of Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Awwal Gambo (Rtd), has said the strength of any fighting force is not determined by platforms and operational engagements alone, but also by fitness, discipline, esprit de corps, institutional cohesion, and healthy competition.
He stressed that sustained military effectiveness depends on the physical readiness of personnel, strict adherence to professional standards, and strong unity within the armed forces, noting that these elements remain central to operational efficiency and national security.
According to him, such foundational values are critical in ensuring that any security organisation remains capable, resilient, and effective in the discharge of its constitutional responsibilities.
